Sutton's "vibrant theatres" are at the heart of the community. These are the opening words of a job advert Sutton Council launched as it seeks to find a new front of house manager for the potentially doomed theatres.
The advert on Sutton Council's website, which expired on September 21, states the six-month position would require flexibility in working in the Secombe, Charles Cryer and Wallington Halls.
The Council has proposed closing all three of these as a part of cost cutting measures.
The job advert reads: "We need a dedicated front of house manager to run our shows as professionally and with the same level of commitment as the best act on stage.
"If customer service is your passion, health and safety your constant concern, and 'welcome' is your favourite word, then we want to hear from you."
The position pays between £21,588 and £25,710 a year.
Interviews for the vacancy were scheduled for yesterday
The proposed closures are part of Sutton Council's attempt to slash £40 million from its budget over the next five years and, the borough is in the middle of surveying residents for their views.
The theatres are being offered to community groups or private enterprises to take over, with Sutton Council having 'opened the theatre's books' to would be owners.
Groups have been warned each venue is expected to be valued in the millions.
Wallington Public Hall is earmarked for development should the proposals go ahead.
To have your say on the future of Sutton's cultural provision visit http://www.opinionsuite.com/sutton/chief-executives-group/theatres-halls-in-sutton.
Sutton Council stated the fate of the theatres has not been sealed.
The current season of events and bookings will continue until March 31 next year, and two full-time, interim staff are being recruited to ensure day-to-day running continues.
It has received four serious expressions of interest by parties interested in taking over the venues, with the deadline for business cases to be submitted by October 31.
Were you interviewed for the vacancy? Tell us how it went by calling 020 8722 6359, or email chris.caulfield@london.newsquest.co.uk
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